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SUMMARY:Ying Li at Visual & Performing Arts Center
DESCRIPTION:The Danbury Concert Association opens its 2026–2027 concert season on Sunday\, September 20\, with an afternoon performance by internationally acclaimed Chinese concert pianist Ying Li. The concert begins at 1 pm at the Visual & Performing Arts Center at Western Connecticut State University\, located at 43 Lake Avenue Extension in Danbury. \nLi began studying piano at age five and entered Philadelphia’s prestigious Curtis Institute of Music at 14\, where she studied with Jonathan Biss and Seymour Lipkin. She later earned a master’s degree from The Juilliard School in 2021 under Robert McDonald. That same year\, she won the Premio Internazionale Antonio Mormone in Milan and was named a laureate of the Young Concert Artists Auditions in New York. \nLi has performed with leading orchestras and at chamber music festivals and celebrated venues around the world\, including Teatro alla Scala in Milan\, Verizon Hall at Philadelphia’s Kimmel Cultural Campus\, the Chicago Cultural Center\, and ACT Concert Hall in Hamamatsu\, Japan. Known for her technical brilliance and musical sensitivity\, she will perform works by Bach/Busoni\, Amy Beach\, Stravinsky\, and Qigang Chen\, showcasing a range of styles from precise and expressive passages to sweeping virtuosity. \nFollowing the performance\, audience members can stay for an opportunity to meet Li in person. Single tickets are $33.85 and can be purchased online\, at the VPAC Box Office at 203-837-8732\, or through the Visual & Performing Arts Center’s Eventbrite page up to curtain time. Admission is free for those age 18 and under\, courtesy of the Danbury Cultural Commission. Season subscriptions for all four concerts are available for $89. \nThe Visual & Performing Arts Center is located at 43 Lake Avenue Extension\, Danbury\, CT. Additional information and ticket details are available through the Visual & Performing Arts Center.
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LOCATION:Visual & Performing Arts Center at WCSU\, 43 Lake Ave Ext\, Danbury\, 06811\, United States
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SUMMARY:DCA Presents Cellist Sophie Shao & Friends
DESCRIPTION:The Danbury Concert Association will welcome acclaimed cellist Sophie Shao and an ensemble of guest artists for a chamber music performance on June 7 from 3 pm to 4:30 pm. \nJoined by Carmit Zori on violin\, Rebecca Young on viola\, Max Zeugner on bass\, and Amy I-lin Cheng on piano\, Shao will perform a program featuring Elena Ruehr’s Sonata for Cello and Piano No. 2\, Charles Ives’ Piano Trio in recognition of the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States\, and Schubert’s celebrated Quintet for Piano and Strings\, commonly known as the “Trout” Quintet. \nPraised by The New York Times as “eloquent and powerful\,” Sophie Shao is internationally recognized for her expressive performances and extensive chamber music collaborations. The concert will showcase a blend of contemporary and classical works performed by an accomplished group of musicians. \nDoors open at 2:30 pm\, and a meet-the-artists reception will follow the performance. \nAdmission is $25 for adults with open seating. Guests ages 18 and under are admitted free. \nThe Danbury Concert Association is a nonprofit organization presenting a series of concerts featuring distinguished classical musicians and ensembles. \nFor tickets and additional information\, visit danburyconcert.org.
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LOCATION:Western Connecticut State University\, 181 White Street\, Danbury\, 06810\, United States
CATEGORIES:Danbury
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SUMMARY:Cinco de Mayo at Danbury Library
DESCRIPTION:A festive\, family-friendly celebration takes place on May 5\, 2026 from 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm at the Danbury Library\, 170 Main Street\, Danbury\, CT 06810. \nThis engaging program brings Cinco de Mayo to life through a literacy-inspired experience centered around Marco’s Cinco de Mayo. Children will enjoy a themed storytime followed by a hands-on craft activity\, with options to create folklórico dancers\, sombreros\, or tacos. \nMembers of a local Mexican Cultural Center will be present in traditional attire\, adding a vibrant cultural element and helping create an immersive and educational experience for attendees. \nOpen to children of all ages. Supplies are available while they last\, and registration is recommended for program updates but not required. \nFor more information\, contact Lesley Lema at llema@danburylibrary.org or call 203-797-4505 ext. 7738.
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LOCATION:Danbury Library\, 170 Main Street\, Danbury\, 06810\, United States
CATEGORIES:Danbury
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SUMMARY:Ilya Yakushev\, Piano at Veronica Hagman Concert Hall
DESCRIPTION:The Danbury Concert Association presents pianist Ilya Yakushev on Sunday\, March 22\, 2026\, from 3 pm to 4:30 pm at the Veronica Hagman Concert Hall\, VPAC\, 43 Lake Avenue Extension\, Danbury\, CT 06811. Doors open at 2:30 pm\, and a meet-the-artists reception will follow the performance. \nAcclaimed by critics and audiences around the world\, Yakushev is known for his expressive artistry and dynamic interpretations. The program will feature a range of classical masterpieces\, including Ludwig van Beethoven’s Sonata No. 8 in C minor\, “Pathétique\,” George Gershwin’s Three Preludes\, and works by Franz Liszt including Consolation No. 3 and Mephisto Waltz. \nYakushev’s performances have drawn international praise for their technical brilliance and emotional depth. The New York Times has noted that “Mr. Yakushev can do just about anything he wants\,” while the San Francisco Chronicle described his debut as “an astounding performance with vigor and vitality.” \nTickets are $25 for adults with open seating\, and admission is free for attendees age 18 and under. The Danbury Concert Association is a nonprofit organization that presents a series of concerts each season featuring distinguished artists from around the world. \nFor more information\, visit danburyconcert.org.
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LOCATION:Veronica Hagman Concert Hall\, 43 Lake Avenue Extension\, Danbury\, 06811\, United States
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